LAKE REGION CONFERENCE
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY
The schools of the Seventh-day Adventist education system are pleased to offer their students access to a computer network and the internet. To gain access to the Internet, the legal parent and student sign and return this form to the school.
The Internet is a powerful resource for expanding the educational experience of each student. Access to the Internet will enable students to explore thousands of libraries, databases, and bulletin boards while exchanging messages with internet users throughout the world. Unfortunately, it is true that some materials accessible via the Internet may contain items that are illegal, defamatory, inaccurate or offensive. We believe, however, that the benefits to students in the form of information resources and opportunities for collaboration exceed any disadvantages and, therefore, support the school’s choosing to make the Internet available to our students.
School computers are for educational purposes only. Since the network is provided for students to conduct research and communicate with others, access is given to students who agree to act in a considerate and responsible manner. Parental permission is required. Access is a privilege-not a right. Access entails responsibility. School staff may review files and communications to maintain system integrity and ensure that users are using the system responsibly.
Students will adhere to Christian principles and will:
- Be responsible and courteous in all communications
- Be responsible with all computer hardware and software
- Keep their passwords to themselves
- Respect the confidentiality of folders, work and files of others
- Learn about and observe copyright laws
- Comply with the Lake Region Conference Computer and Internet Acceptable Use Policy
- Not attempt to access or alter unauthorized areas of a computer system
Any activity not in compliance with these rules may result in a loss of access as well as other disciplinary or legal action.
Additional regulations may be applied at the local level.
INTERNET ACCESS AGREEMENT
STUDENT
I understand that the Internet can connect me to much useful information stored on computers around the world.
While I have access to the internet provided by the school
- I will use it only for educational purposes.
- I will not look at or participate in anything that is illegal, dangerous, offensive or opposed to the Adventist values of this school.
If I accidentally come across something that is illegal, dangerous or offensive, I will:
- Clear any offensive pictures or information from my screen; and
- Immediately, quietly, inform my teacher.
I will not reveal home addresses or phone numbers – mine or anyone else’s.
I will not use the Internet to annoy or offend anyone else.
I understand that if the school decides I have broken these rules, appropriate action will be taken. Any activity not in compliance with these rules may result in a loss of access as well as other disciplinary or legal action.
Student’s Name: ______School Name: ______
Student’s Signature: ______Date: ______
PARENT OR GUARDIAN
I understand that the Internet can provide students with valuable learning experiences.
I understand that the school provides a filtering system on computers connected to the Internet and that every reasonable effort will be made to provide supervision. I also understand that the school cannot completely control what is accessed and that a very small part of that information can be illegal, dangerous or offensive.
I accept that, while teachers will always exercise their duty of care, protection against exposure to harmful information must depend finally upon responsible use by students.
[ ] I believe______(Name of Student) understands this responsibility, and I hereby give my permission for him/her to access the Internet under the school rules. I understand that students breaking these rules will be subject to appropriate action by the school. Any activity not in compliance with these rules may result in a loss of access as well as other disciplinary or legal action.
[ ]I decline having my child use the Internet.
Parent or Guardian Name (printed): ______
Parent or Guardian’s Signature: ______Date: ______
This form has been prepared by the Lake Region Conference Office of Education and may not be altered.